Sue Bird joining Storm ownership group
Published in Basketball
SEATTLE — Sue Bird is joining the Storm ownership group, the team announced Wednesday.
“As a player, I poured my heart into every game for the Seattle Storm, and now, as part of the ownership group, I am thrilled to continue contributing to the growth of the game,” Bird said in a statement released by the Storm. “Investing in women’s sports isn’t just about passion; it’s smart business. It’s about recognizing the immense talent, dedication, and market potential our league has always had. Force 10 Hoops and the Storm have been at the forefront of this for decades.
“Together, we’re not just shaping the future of basketball, but also paving the way for a more equitable and inclusive society.”
The Storm selected Bird with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2002 WNBA draft and she spent her entire 20-year career in Seattle where she won four league titles and became the league’s all-time assist scoring leader.
The Storm’s ownership group Force 10 Hoops also includes Lisa Brummel, Ginny Gilder and Dawn Trudeau.
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